Python Financial Engineering Platform Lead, Vice President

About this role

BlackRock is seeking a self-motivated lead software engineer to spearhead the development of its Python financial engineering platform. The platform enables research, implementation, delivery, and execution of financial risk models for internal partners and external clients.

What will you be doing?

• Lead platform development supporting both financial engineers and researchers.
• Facilitate technical design and code review sessions to ensure software meets functional and compatibility requirements, as well as high quality standards.
• Build widely used and reliable fundamental components as part of the platform, distributed as Python libraries.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments in machine learning, quantitative finance, and technology to incorporate innovative solutions into our platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Quickly learn the platform and act as a subject matter expert towards modelling teams.
• Build high quality software that improves the user experience of the downstream modeller and developer.
• Enhance the performance of existing models, ensuring they operate efficiently at scale.
• Implementation and maintenance of a standard data / technology deployment workflow to ensure that all deliverables/enhancements are delivered in a disciplined and robust manner.

Skillset

• Strong experience (5+ years) in Python is crucial.
• Bachelor's (BSc) or higher degree in Computer Science or equivalent field.
• Experience with Pandas, Apache Arrow, Snowflake, (Prefect is a plus).
• Good understanding of Object-Oriented Design principles.
• Good understanding of fundamental Algorithms and Data Structures.
• Knowledge of Azure DevOps and git, CI/CD.
• Good understanding of unit tests, integration and regression tests, and their importance.

Personal Qualities

• Team player.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Critical and analytical thinking.
• Technical curiosity.
• Adaptable.

Our benefits

• Retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future.
• Access to education reimbursement.
• Comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being.
• Family support programs.
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRock's hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week.